Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jesse Keen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jesse Keen Elementary School serves the west part of Lakeland, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of just 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jesse Keen Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2018
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jesse Keen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse Keen Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3492 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Explorers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse Keen Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse Keen Elementary School is ranked #3492 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jesse Keen Elementary School often compared to?
Jesse Keen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosabelle W. Blake Academy, Rochelle School Of The Arts, Winston Academy Of Engineering by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jesse Keen Elementary School?
621 students attend Jesse Keen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jesse Keen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesse Keen Elementary School?
Jesse Keen Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jesse Keen Elementary School offer ?
Jesse Keen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jesse Keen Elementary School part of?
Jesse Keen Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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